Potiya
Potiya is a village located in Bindranavagarh tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Gariyaband (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Potiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Potiya has its own place in the vibrant Raipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Potiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potiya is 445045. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493889. Gariyaband is nearest town to Potiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Potiya
Below is a concise population overview of Potiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 429 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 285 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 315 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 114 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potiya village:
- The total population of Potiya village is around 874, including approximately 429 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Potiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Potiya village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 580 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Potiya village is about 61.10%, with male literacy at 73.43% and female literacy at 49.21%.
- There are around 212 households in Potiya village.
Connectivity of Potiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Potiya. As per the 2011 stats, Potiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Potiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Potiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Potiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Potiya
- Where is Potiya located?
- Potiya village is situated in Bindranavagarh Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Potiya?
- Potiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Potiya?
- The pincode of Potiya is 493889, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potiya is 874, with 429 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Potiya village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Potiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potiya is 61.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.43%, while the female literacy rate is 49.21%.